Conservation Reserve Program (Conservation Cover)#
Definition
Leaving a permanent planting of vegetation cover over retired land.
How it works: Sometimes, your surrounding environment needs the land to recover for some time before it can go back into production. One way to protect water resources, limit floods, and protect and develop new soils is to establish and maintain perennial vegetation cover on retired land. This allows the land to recover and puts new nutrients and carbon into the soil.
Benefits |
Drawbacks |
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Effective way to slow erosion |
Requires mowing and maintenance |
No new infrastructure required |
Removes land from production indefinitely |
Increases water infiltration |
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Restores soil health |
Get help (and funding! tk)
You don’t have to do this on your own! Your soil and water conservation office is here to help.
In fact, there are funds available to help offset costs for you. Soil and water conservation can help get you cost-share for your projects.
If you want help, contact us! 608-637-5480